Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 30th, 2013
Title: BIM Advanced Execution Planning – In Practice
Date: Thursday 30th May 2013
Location: Cardiff (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am registration / 8.30am start – 1pm finish with lunch
Cost: £75 club members (+ VAT) – £85 non club members (+ VAT)
(re-run as requested by delegates)
This module will help you consider the processes required to implement BIM on a specific project basis and to plan to deliver the efficient coherent and integrated application of BIM. We will consider examples of BIM execution plans and facilitating their use effectively. This module will also explore and explain client side processes for BIM on projects within programmes. The advanced sessions will continue during June/July with further topics including:
• BIM for civils
• A facilitated software supplier day where technologies and their interoperability will be showcased in a CEW controlled environment
• COBie in detail
• The role of BIM coordinator /manager
• Bottom up object modelling
• BIM in your business – maturity assessment, business strategy and processes around BIM, including representing / winning work skills (more…)
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Friday, June 7th, 2013
Title: Constructing Excellence in Wales AGM
Date: Friday 7th June 2013
Location: Cardiff (venue details provided with registration confirmation)
Time: 8.30am – 11am
Cost: Free
The Constructing Excellence in Wales Annual General Meeting will take place at 9am on the 7th June 2013 in Cardiff.
To attend please email your details to cewalesevents@cewales.org.uk
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Friday, June 7th, 2013
Title: CBI Wales Annual Lunch
Date: Friday 7th June 2013
Location: St David’s Hotel & Spa, Cardiff Bay
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Cost: £60/£75 individual ticket for members/non-members £600/£750 table for 10 for members/non-members
Join CBI Wales and around 250 business leaders at our annual lunch with keynote speaker Sir Roger Carr, President of CBI and Chairman of Centrica. An expert on the issues facing business in the UK and abroad, don’t miss out on his insightful and charismatic speech on the economy and governance.
Starts at 12pm with a drinks reception sponsored by Working Links, followed by a two-course-meal and speeches.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE
Contact: Emma.Georgiades@cbi.org.uk
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Wednesday, June 12th, 2013
Title: A477 St Clears to Red Roses Highways Realignment – “Integrated teams right from the start”
Date: Wednesday 12th June 2013
Location: Red Roses, Pembrokeshire (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 9.30am – 12pm
Cost: Free
Constructing Excellence in Wales and ICE Cymru are pleased to present this opportunity for the industry to learn how the Welsh Government Transport Division, Sisk-Roadbridge, Ramboll and their other partners are delivering an Exemplar project based on the core Constructing Excellence principles of collaboration, integrated teams, committed leadership and respect for people.
The A477 from St Clears to Pembroke Dock is one of the main links from the M4 motorway into Pembrokeshire and on to Ireland. It forms an important part of the Welsh Government’s strategic road network. This 9.3km scheme will bypass the villages of Llanddowror and Red Roses, cross the River Hydfron and pass through several environmentally sensitive areas including the Taf Valley. The project is already underway and is due for completion in 2014.
This morning event will set out how very early contractor involvement (ECI) has benefitted the delivery of key aspects of the project, including addressing sensitive environmental objectives, engaging with the local community and supporting cost and time certainty. The event will also set out the procurement strategy to engage the contractor earlier in the delivery process, how risks are managed and how costs are controlled from such an early stage. (more…)
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Thursday, June 13th, 2013
Title: BIM Advanced 2 – Government Soft Landings (GSL)
Date: Thursday 13th June 2013
Location: Llandudno (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
The traditional design and construction process creates and delivers project information that is contractually compliant, but is also insufficient to allow the owner / operator of the asset to maximise its in use functions or smoothly move the asset from creation into the asset management regime and FM processes. GSL protocols and the BIM approach can alleviate this dynamic and reduce the loss of information and improve the transition from construction into asset and facilities management. This course looks at the GSL process and processes and examines what it means at various stages of a construction project, from inception through briefing, design development, construction, commissioning (training and handover) through to in use measures in line with the digital plan of work for first 3 years post completion.
The session will look at the process and examine the practices used by various organisations around GSL. This course will be of interest to client bodies, designers and constructor teams and may be of value to manufacturers who are on the BIM journey. (more…)
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Thursday, June 13th, 2013
Title: Implementing Successful Projects – Beyond the Business Case
Date: Thursday 13th June 2013
Location: The Atrium, Cardiff
Time: 9.30am – 1.30pm
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Overview
This half day workshop has been specifically designed for all organisations that have identified energy saving projects and are seeking guidance on how best to implement them. Successful implementation is about minimising risk, obtaining value for money and maximising the energy savings from the project. The interactive workshop is not about project management software, but about the practical techniques that support successful project delivery at all stages: identification of suppliers and contractors; making the procurement process effective (for both public & private sectors) and managing delivery and commissioning.
Who should attend?
This workshop will be beneficial for anyone with responsibility for implementing energy efficiency projects.
Why Attend?
The workshop will provide delegates with a framework that will enable them to deliver energy and carbon savings for their organisation, you will:
• Discover the most efficient route to delivering successful projects, from performance specification to commissioning;
• Gain a practical insight into the procurement process;
• Learn from case studies showcasing good and bad practice on how to overcome the barriers to project implementation;
• Hear about technology specific examples, from metering to boiler installation;
• Receive templates / checklists to help you appraise projects;
• Have the opportunity to share ideas and plan actions with like-minded professionals
Click here to register.
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Monday, June 17th, 2013
Title: Merthyr Tydfil Town Hall – “Reducing the carbon footprint of a listed building”
Date: Monday 17th June 2013
Location: Merthyr Tydfil (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8.30am – 11am
Cost: Free
This is your opportunity to learn how Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association, ASL Architects, Graham Construction and their other partners are delivering an Exemplar project based on the core Constructing Excellence principles of collaboration, integrated teams, committed leadership and respect for people.
Merthyr Tydfil Town Hall is an iconic Grade II listed building in the centre of the town which had fallen into disrepair. Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association (MTHA) decided to renovate the building to bring back into use and to preserve and promote the history of the building given its location as the site where the Labour party was established in Wales by Keir Hardie in 1900. MTHA recognised that refurbishment could be a catalyst for regeneration in the Merthyr area and that a more desirable environment for people to live and work would increase the demand for MTHA housing stock.
This event seeks to explain how careful attention to design and construction, a focus on low carbon methodologies and a mature approach to risk management can transform a historic listed building, of which there are many in Wales, into a cost-effective and energy efficient community facility using local labour and materials. Despite adopting a relatively traditional contract strategy, a team approach based on openness and trust is helping to ensure certainty of costs, time and quality criteria. (more…)
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Tuesday, June 18th, 2013
Title: Implementing Successful Projects – Beyond the Business Case
Date: Tuesday 18th June 2013
Location: Ramada Plaza, Wrexham
Time: 9.30am – 1.30pm
Download: Flyer
Overview
This half day workshop has been specifically designed for all organisations that have identified energy saving projects and are seeking guidance on how best to implement them. Successful implementation is about minimising risk, obtaining value for money and maximising the energy savings from the project. The interactive workshop is not about project management software, but about the practical techniques that support successful project delivery at all stages: identification of suppliers and contractors; making the procurement process effective (for both public & private sectors) and managing delivery and commissioning.
Who should attend?
This workshop will be beneficial for anyone with responsibility for implementing energy efficiency projects.
Why Attend?
The workshop will provide delegates with a framework that will enable them to deliver energy and carbon savings for their organisation, you will:
• Discover the most efficient route to delivering successful projects, from performance specification to commissioning;
• Gain a practical insight into the procurement process;
• Learn from case studies showcasing good and bad practice on how to overcome the barriers to project implementation; • Hear about technology specific examples, from metering to boiler installation;
• Receive templates / checklists to help you appraise projects;
• Have the opportunity to share ideas and plan actions with like-minded professionals
Click here to register.
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Wednesday, June 19th, 2013
Title: Future Footprints; Building Products in a Resource Efficient World
Date: Wednesday 19th June 2013
Location: Bristol, Create Centre with the Green Register
Time: 1.30pm – 5pm
Cost: £59 for TGR/ASBP members, £85 for non-members
ASBP has been invited to co-host with the Green Register on our popular series; Future Footprints; Building Products in a resource efficient world at the CREATE centre. Exhibitors include Warmcel, Wienerberger, Steico. Keynotes: Craig White and Craig Jones, Sustain.
Programme
13.30 Registration and Exhibition – Exhibitors include Wienerberger, Warmcel, Ecological Building Systems + others tbc
14.00 Welcome – Lucy Pedler, The Green Register
14.05 Setting the Scene – Gary Newman, ASBP
14.20 Key Note Address: The Sixth Carbon Sink – Craig White, architect, White Design
• Could we consider the built environment a place to store carbon at scale?
• The debate around sequestered carbon is controversial – do we have enough data on Life Cycle Analysis to decide?
• What is the potential and what is the reality compared to other forms of carbon capture and storage?
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Thursday, June 20th, 2013
Title: RICS Wales Housing Conference
Date: Thursday 20th June 2013
Location: St. David’s Hotel, Cardiff, CF10 5SD
Time: 9.30am – 5.20pm
Cost: RICS members £100+VAT, Non members £120+VAT
Delivering quality, affordability, sustainability.
The residential housing sector in Wales continues to face many challenges across all class of property. Against this backdrop the impact of welfare reform may not been fully realised. The Welsh Government recognise these issues and have launched several schemes designed to boost the market and make more property available.
By attending this conference, you will hear how the Welsh Government is providing solutions to the housing sector, the likely impact of welfare reform and the process of renovating older housing stock to achieve a lower carbon print. This event also has sessions on the valuation of land for affordable housing and a case study on mortgage providers working with developers of system built housing. Join your colleagues across Wales by attending this conference which address the challenges across all classes of housing. (more…)
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Monday, June 24th, 2013
Title: BIM Advanced 2 – Government Soft Landings (GSL)
Date: Monday 24th June 2013
Location: Swansea (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
The traditional design and construction process creates and delivers project information that is contractually compliant, but is also insufficient to allow the owner / operator of the asset to maximise its in use functions or smoothly move the asset from creation into the asset management regime and FM processes. GSL protocols and the BIM approach can alleviate this dynamic and reduce the loss of information and improve the transition from construction into asset and facilities management. This course looks at the GSL process and processes and examines what it means at various stages of a construction project, from inception through briefing, design development, construction, commissioning (training and handover) through to in use measures in line with the digital plan of work for first 3 years post completion.
The session will look at the process and examine the practices used by various organisations around GSL. This course will be of interest to client bodies, designers and constructor teams and may be of value to manufacturers who are on the BIM journey.
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Friday, June 28th, 2013
Title: BIM Advanced 2 – Government Soft Landings (GSL)
Date: Friday 28th June 2013
Location: Cardiff (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
The traditional design and construction process creates and delivers project information that is contractually compliant, but is also insufficient to allow the owner / operator of the asset to maximise its in use functions or smoothly move the asset from creation into the asset management regime and FM processes. GSL protocols and the BIM approach can alleviate this dynamic and reduce the loss of information and improve the transition from construction into asset and facilities management. This course looks at the GSL process and processes and examines what it means at various stages of a construction project, from inception through briefing, design development, construction, commissioning (training and handover) through to in use measures in line with the digital plan of work for first 3 years post completion.
The session will look at the process and examine the practices used by various organisations around GSL. This course will be of interest to client bodies, designers and constructor teams and may be of value to manufacturers who are on the BIM journey. (more…)
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Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
Title: BIM4Civils – Isn’t It All About Just Building?
Date: Tuesday 2nd July 2013
Location: Cardiff (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
Constructing Excellence in Wales and ICE Cymru are pleased to present the following event.
Building Information Management and Modelling (BIM) is often thought to be most applicable to buildings and new build projects only. As a result of feedback from previous BIM course attendees this session has been created to consider BIM exclusively in the context of a Civil Engineering application and using civils based examples. This session showcases civils examples of BIM and also considers the different Return on Investment business case models of Civils BIM and Building BIM. This event will include showcasing and open discussion and debate around BIM4Civils and will inform the agenda and adoption both in Wales and for the BIM Task Group . Please come with your ideas, questions and topics for debate and discussion.
How to Book: To reserve your place please email cewalesevents@cewales.org.uk stating your full contact details and the names of all delegates wishing to attend. Substitution of delegates can be made at any time. (more…)
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Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013
Title: BIM4Civils – Isn’t It All About Just Building?
Date: Wednesday 3rd July 2013
Location: Swansea (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
Constructing Excellence in Wales and ICE Cymru are pleased to present the following event.
Building Information Management and Modelling (BIM) is often thought to be most applicable to buildings and new build projects only. As a result of feedback from previous BIM course attendees this session has been created to consider BIM exclusively in the context of a Civil Engineering application and using civils based examples. This session showcases civils examples of BIM and also considers the different Return on Investment business case models of Civils BIM and Building BIM. This event will include showcasing and open discussion and debate around BIM4Civils and will inform the agenda and adoption both in Wales and for the BIM Task Group . Please come with your ideas, questions and topics for debate and discussion.
How to Book: To reserve your place please email cewalesevents@cewales.org.uk stating your full contact details and the names of all delegates wishing to attend. Substitution of delegates can be made at any time. (more…)
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Friday, July 5th, 2013
Title: CEW Awards 2013 Dinner
Date: Friday 5th July 2013
Location: Swalec Stadium, Cardiff
Cost: £80 (+ VAT) per ticket, £800 (+ VAT) for a table of 10
Celebrating the best of the construction industry in Wales, the prestigious CEW Awards 2013 are to be held at the Swalec Stadium, Cardiff on Friday 5th July.
The success and quality of previous awards has been underlined by some of our category winners going on to scoop national recognition at the CE national awards.
If you have any queries you can contact us at awards@cewales.org.uk
We are also offering a range of sponsorship opportunities which represent a fantastic opportunity to be associated with the construction event of 2013.
How to Book: To reserve your table download an Awards 2013 table booking form and send it to us at awards@cewales.org.uk
Accommodation: A special delegate rate has been arranged and this information can be forwarded to you once we have received your reservation.
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Wednesday, July 10th, 2013
Title: 5 Steps to Winning Bids in Construction
Date: Wednesday 10th July 2013
Location: Swansea (venue confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – approximately 10.30am
Cost: £50 club members (+ VAT) – £60 non club members (+ VAT)
Who should attend?
Anyone who contributes to, or is responsible for completing PQQs, ITTs or delivering bids in the built environment regardless of experience.
Benefits
In this unique 2 hour seminar you will learn some quick wins for improving your bids such as:
• Developing a simple approach to bid management including the difficult Go/No Go decision
• Understanding the importance of responding to your clients requirements
• Generating a bank of evidence to add value to your bids
• The importance of innovation and standing out from the crowd
• Avoiding the simple mistakes which impact your score (more…)
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Tuesday, July 16th, 2013
Title: BIM4Civils – Isn’t It All About Just Building?
Date: Tuesday 16th July 2013
Location: Llandudno (venue to be confirmed on registration)
Time: 8am – 1pm (finish with lunch)
Cost: £90 (+ VAT)
Constructing Excellence in Wales and ICE Cymru are pleased to present the following event.
Building Information Management and Modelling (BIM) is often thought to be most applicable to buildings and new build projects only. As a result of feedback from previous BIM course attendees this session has been created to consider BIM exclusively in the context of a Civil Engineering application and using civils based examples. This session showcases civils examples of BIM and also considers the different Return on Investment business case models of Civils BIM and Building BIM. This event will include showcasing and open discussion and debate around BIM4Civils and will inform the agenda and adoption both in Wales and for the BIM Task Group . Please come with your ideas, questions and topics for debate and discussion.
How to Book: To reserve your place please email cewalesevents@cewales.org.uk stating your full contact details and the names of all delegates wishing to attend. Substitution of delegates can be made at any time. (more…)
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Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013
Title: Engaging the Workforce – Getting the Energy Message Across
Date: Tuesday 3rd September 2013
Location: The Atrium, Cardiff
Time: 9.30am – 1.30pm
Download: Flyer
Overview
It is widely accepted that there are worthwhile energy savings to be made through engaging the workforce in an energy saving programme. In many cases 5%, or more, has been saved without any requirement for capital expenditure. But how do you make it happen? This workshop, led by John Pooley who has extensive experience in this area, will look at how you can use people to save energy and will provide energy managers with essential, practical guidance to take back to their organisations.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop will benefit anyone with a responsibility for implementing a workforce engagement programme in the areas of energy, carbon and environment.
Why Attend?
By attending you will:
• Gain an understanding of behaviour change issues in the workplace;
• Understand the key success factors for engaging a workforce;
• Review successful behaviour change programmes in areas other than energy and see what lessons there are;
• Explore techniques and tools for engagement;
• Have the opportunity to network with people addressing the same issues.
Click here to register.
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Thursday, September 5th, 2013
Title: Engaging the Workforce – Getting the Energy Message Across
Date: Thursday 5th September 2013
Location: Ramada Plaza, Wrexham
Time: 9.30am – 1.30pm
Download: Flyer
Overview
It is widely accepted that there are worthwhile energy savings to be made through engaging the workforce in an energy saving programme. In many cases 5%, or more, has been saved without any requirement for capital expenditure. But how do you make it happen? This workshop, led by John Pooley who has extensive experience in this area, will look at how you can use people to save energy and will provide energy managers with essential, practical guidance to take back to their organisations.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop will benefit anyone with a responsibility for implementing a workforce engagement programme in the areas of energy, carbon and environment.
Why Attend?
By attending you will:
• Gain an understanding of behaviour change issues in the workplace;
• Understand the key success factors for engaging a workforce;
• Review successful behaviour change programmes in areas other than energy and see what lessons there are;
• Explore techniques and tools for engagement; • Have the opportunity to network with people addressing the same issues.
Click here to register.
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Previous Events
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013
Title: ARID Workshops
Date: Thursday 23rd May 2013
Location: Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno Junction
Time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: Free
WRAP Cymru are organising two free events for reprocessing and recycling businesses in Wales.
Small and medium businesses (SMEs) are invited to join the WRAP Cymru Business and Markets team to learn more about the new streamlined process for applying for ARID funding. (Applications for the funding will reopen very soon).
You’ll also get the chance to meet our new Business Account Managers and find out about other WRAP Cymru business support.
The events will run from 10:00 to 13:00 and are free to attend (including lunch). Dates and venues are as follows:
• Friday 17 May – Orbit Business Centre, Merthyr Tydfil
• Thursday 23 May – Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno Junction (more…)
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2013
Title: Connecting Low Carbon Power Generation To Companies in Wales
Date: Wednesday 13th March 2013
Location: The Castle, Margam Park, Swansea
Cost: Free
Hear and Learn about current funding opportunities and support for businesses using Low Carbon Energy.
Cost and Trend analysis of current power generation and future energy diversity.
Free Training Opportunities for individuals and companies to meet the challenges of the low carbon economy.
“The Large Scale Power Generation (LSPG) funded by the LCRI programme works with enterprises, the SME sector in particular, to deliver industry relevant knowledge and technologies that will provide both business opportunities and help Wales deliver on its low carbon agenda.”
For tickets visit the Event Brite Website
Email: LSPG-Expo2013@cardiff.ac.uk
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Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
Title: Structural Strengthening using FRP Composites
Date: Wednesday 28th November 2012
Location: Pro-Copy Lounge, SWALEC Stadium, Cardiff, CF11 9XR
Time: 8am for Bacon Roll with tea or coffee 8.15am Presentation starts (promptly)
Cost: Free
Download: Flyer
The presentation will look at the history of FRP strengthening over the last 15 years and introduce the new TR55 which has recently been published.
Structural strengthening using fibre reinforced polymer composites has been used in the UK since 1996 and is an established method for strengthening concrete buildings and structures. The Concrete Society first published the design guidance note in 2000 and has recently published the updated 3rd Edition which is line with the European standards. (more…)
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